Bands & artists like Bill Laswell

If you like Bill Laswell, these artists play in similar sounds, ideas, or styles. Use this as a starting point to branch out and find something new to listen to.

Artists to try next

Tackhead

Tackhead

Their fusion of dub, funk, and industrial elements mirrors Laswell's complex rhythmic structures and deep grooves.

industrial hip-hop
Herbie Hancock

Herbie Hancock

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Hancock's explorations in jazz fusion and electronic music share a similar experimental spirit and intricate layering.

bebop classical music electro
Thievery Corporation

Thievery Corporation

They blend dub with various world music influences, creating rich soundscapes that resonate with Laswell's style.

Latin electronic music downtempo dub music
King Tubby

King Tubby

As a pioneer of dub music, Tubby's innovative production techniques align closely with Laswell's sonic explorations.

dub music reggae
Sun Ra

Sun Ra

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Sun Ra's avant-garde jazz compositions often incorporate complex rhythms and experimental sounds akin to Laswell's work.

avant-garde jazz bebop experimental music
Amon Tobin

Amon Tobin

His use of layered samples and intricate beats creates a textured sound that parallels the depth found in Laswell's music.

electronic music intelligent dance music trip hop
The Orb

The Orb

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Their ambient and dub-infused soundscapes evoke a similar atmospheric quality and rhythmic complexity as Laswell's compositions.

ambient house ambient music ambient techno
Flying Lotus

Flying Lotus

With a blend of electronic, jazz, and hip-hop influences, Flying Lotus shares a dynamic approach to rhythm and texture.

electronic music experimental music hip-hop

Common questions

Who sounds like Bill Laswell?

Artists similar to Bill Laswell include Tackhead, Herbie Hancock, Thievery Corporation and King Tubby. Each shares elements of Bill Laswell's sound while bringing their own perspective.

What genre is Bill Laswell?

Bill Laswell is primarily known for jazz and dub music. Laswell's music pulses with deep grooves and rich layers, creating tension through rhythmic complexity and dynamic space.

Where should I start if I like Bill Laswell?

If you enjoy Bill Laswell, start with Tackhead — their album "Power Inc. Volume 1" is a great entry point. Their fusion of dub, funk, and industrial elements mirrors Laswell's complex rhythmic structures and deep grooves.